Il 83 over Des Plaines River
FairDuPage County, Illinois · 0.6 M N of Ill 171 · Structure no. 022005300000000
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 508 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 83 over Des Plaines River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 83 over Des Plaines River in DuPage County, Illinois. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 91 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 32,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,947 by 2046. The structure is 508 ft (154.9 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 83 over Des Plaines River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is Il 83 over Des Plaines River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Il 83 over Des Plaines River carry?
About 32,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Il 83 over Des Plaines River?
The structure is 508 ft (154.9 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Il 83 over Des Plaines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.